Steel Trader

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role

Samee Metal Trading is seeking a motivated, commercially-minded professional to join our team. This is a high-impact role designed for an individual with a solid foundation in the steel industry who is ready to transition into the fast-paced world of Industrial Sales and Procurement. Working directly with our Senior Leadership team, you will support day-to-day operations while mastering the commercial and technical fundamentals of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Strategy Execution

• Support execution of sales strategies aligned with company objectives and market conditions.
• Contribute to revenue growth through proactive account management and business development activities.

Business Development & Account Growth

• Drive proactive selling through prospecting, cold calling, networking, cross-selling, contract growth, and opportunity conversion.
• Develop new customer relationships while expanding existing accounts across assigned markets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within manufacturers, service centers, fabricators, distributors, and end-users.

Steel Trading & Market Analysis

• Analyze sales activity, customer trends, market conditions, and pipeline data to identify growth opportunities and risks.
• Monitor steel pricing, supply availability, competitor activity, and industry trends.
• Support buying and selling decisions through market intelligence and commercial analysis.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Partner with fellow traders and Sales Leadership to strengthen account coverage and sales execution.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a commercial mindset.

Margin & Commercial Management

• Balance customer service expectations with pricing strategy, profitability targets, and margin discipline.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and support commercial agreements.
• Ensure opportunities are evaluated with a focus on profitable growth.

Operations & Supply Chain Collaboration

• Collaborate with Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to ensure reliable fulfillment, inventory optimization, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate customer requirements and delivery expectations to support successful order execution.

Culture & Accountability

• Participate in a culture of ownership, accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, sales reporting, and pipeline management activities.

Technical & Product Support

• Act as a liaison between customers, suppliers, mills, processors, and internal teams to ensure steel products meet customer specifications and quality requirements.
• Review product requirements, grades, dimensions, tolerances, and Mill Test Reports (MTRs) to support accurate quoting and order fulfillment.
• Ensure sourced materials align with customer needs, industry standards, and available market supply.

Vendor Management & Sourcing

• Source steel products from mills, processors, service centers, and suppliers to support customer requirements and profitable sales opportunities.
• Review supplier pricing, lead times, availability, and quality to support competitive quoting and margin discipline.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction.

Education, Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Commerce, Marketing, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, industrial sales, steel sales, logistics sales, freight sales, or a related commercial role.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, competitive, and driven to achieve results.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems.
• Proficient in Google Workspace and CRM systems.
• Knowledge of steel products, metals distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial markets.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for customer visits.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $75,000 to $95,000 ( Commensurate with skills and experience).
• Environment: A fast-paced, hands-on workplace where your contributions directly impact revenue and business growth.

How to Apply

If you are ready to build strong client relationships, close deals, and be rewarded for your hard work, we want to hear from you.

Samee Metal Trading is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a remote position.